Amazon MGM Studios Expands Cast of Romantic Comedy “Hello & Paris”

Phil Dunster, Gemma Chan, Aisling Bea, and Marianne Jean-Baptiste have joined the ensemble of the forthcoming romantic-comedy feature “Hello & Paris.” Their involvement adds to the previously announced leads Javier Bardem, Kate Hudson, and Steve Zahn, expanding the principal cast to seven actors.

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The narrative follows a landscape architect and a best-selling but embattled novelist who meet in Paris, exchange books and recipes, and navigate a trans-Atlantic relationship. The story is loosely inspired by Deborah McKinlay’s 2014 novel *That Part Was True*. The film is described as being in the same vein as classic titles such as *Sleepless in Seattle*, *When Harry Met Sally*, and *You’ve Got Mail*.

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Writer-director Elizabeth Chomko is leading the project, working from her own script. Production is currently underway. The film is a romantic-comedy feature. The project is being developed under Amazon MGM Studios. No specific release date has been disclosed.

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Finola Dwyer is credited as producer on the film. Amazon MGM Studios is the production company behind the film. International sales are being handled by Legendary Entertainment’s 193 division, which is responsible for selling distribution rights outside the United States. The film’s distribution will be managed through Amazon’s streaming service.

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• Phil Dunster – Known for his Emmy-nominated role on Apple TV+’s *Ted Lasso* and upcoming appearances in HBO’s *Rooster* and *How to Train Your Dragon 2*. Representation includes Brillstein Entertainment Partners, CAA, United Agents, Viewpoint, Multitude Media, and Jackoway Austen.

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• Gemma Chan – Recognized for roles in *Crazy Rich Asians*, *Captain Marvel*, and *Don’t Worry Darling*. Upcoming projects include Peacock’s *The Five-Star Weekend* and the thriller *Josephine*. Represented by Independent Talent Group, WME, 1v1 Entertainment, and VRW Publicity.

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• Aisling Bea – BAFTA TV Craft Award winner for writing on the series *This Way Up*. She will appear in Netflix’s adaptation *Grown Ups* of Marian Keyes’ novel. Representation includes Independent Talent Group, Chambers Management, CAA, and Multitude Media.

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• Marianne Jean-Baptiste – Oscar-nominated for *Secrets & Lies* and recent credits in *Hard Truths*, *Rumble Through the Dark*, and series such as *Surface* and *Homecoming*. Represented by Untitled, IAG, and Independent Talent Group.

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The ensemble combines award-winning talent and experience across film, television, and stage productions.

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The film will be released on Prime Video.

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“Hello & Paris” is slated for a worldwide streaming debut on Prime Video. The film’s release will follow the completion of production and the finalization of distribution agreements managed by Legendary Entertainment’s 193 division. The worldwide streaming debut will be accessible to Prime Video subscribers globally.

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